Overview

Similar to hinges in laptop computers, these heavy-duty cast-zinc hinges allow virtually any size lid to open smoothly, hold its position (when opened to 90 degrees, beyond that the lid will swing open), and then easily close - all with little effort and no additional hardware! Now available in two attractive finishes, Satin Nickel and Rustic Bronze, to complement any project - from chests, to boxes, to storage units, and more! Designed to fit 3/4" thick stock. Hinges are available in 15, 30, 40, and 60 inch-pound ratings. Screws included.

Features:

Support any size lid by simply adding more hinges.

Unique torsion mechanism holds lid in any position.

Hinges can be installed for both overlay and flush fitting lids.

Torsion mechanism is tested to 25,000 cycles to assure a long working life.

I build a toy box for each of my children. I built the first box 2 years ago and used the torsion hinge to prevent fingers from getting smashed. These hinges have performed flawlessly and now I use them exclusively. This is a great product!

I build a toy box for each of my children. I built the first box 2 years ago and used the torsion hinge to prevent fingers from getting smashed. These hinges have performed flawlessly and now I use them exclusively. This is a great product!

I'm a tad bit confused. Are you talking about morticing out the back wall or the top? If you mortice out the backwall aren't you morticing down so that the entire hinge sits flush with the lip of the backwall? The part that confuses me is the "back wall should be greater than 3/4"" How do you mount this hinge on anything thicker than 3/4"? Conversely, is it possible to mortice out the top material so that the hinge is sunk into the lid rather than mortice out the back wall that the hinge sits on? Thanks for your advice and clarification.

I understand now, the question was about being flush on back, so that explains why it needs to be thicker than 3/4" Got it. What about making the lid flush with the lip so that there is no gap? Can I mortice out the lid?

I'm a tad bit confused. Are you talking about morticing out the back wall or the top? If you mortice out the backwall aren't you morticing down so that the entire hinge sits flush with the lip of the backwall? The part that confuses me is the "back wall should be greater than 3/4"" How do you mount this hinge on anything thicker than 3/4"? Conversely, is it possible to mortice out the top material so that the hinge is sunk into the lid rather than mortice out the back wall that the hinge sits on? Thanks for your advice and clarification.

I understand now, the question was about being flush on back, so that explains why it needs to be thicker than 3/4" Got it. What about making the lid flush with the lip so that there is no gap? Can I mortice out the lid?

BEST ANSWER:The hinges work great. I built a treasure chest for my grandsons. 24"x36"x27" tall. I underestimated the weight of the lid, used two hinges, needed 3.As to your question, you need to allow for the thickness of the hindge when folded down. Didn't and therefore had a 1/4" gap but the boys didn't care. You could cut a slot the size of the hinge in the wall of the box. That would lower the whole hinge down. Hope that helps

BEST ANSWER:The hinges work great. I built a treasure chest for my grandsons. 24"x36"x27" tall. I underestimated the weight of the lid, used two hinges, needed 3.As to your question, you need to allow for the thickness of the hindge when folded down. Didn't and therefore had a 1/4" gap but the boys didn't care. You could cut a slot the size of the hinge in the wall of the box. That would lower the whole hinge down. Hope that helps

THe specific instructions come with the hardware. "Support any size lid by simply adding more hinges.""Use with 3/4 " thick box back." The hinge is mounted 1-9/16 " from the back edge of the top usually. However, you can have an optional overlay if needed.

BEST ANSWER:I used these on an outdoor deck box I built with salvaged cedar decking. It's been outside (MN) for over a year and hasn't rusted yet - or degraded in performance. I'm guessing it will rust eventually, but in the meantime, the hinges are holding up like champs. We keep coolers in the box and it's great to lift the lid and have it stay put while you dig in the coolers.

BEST ANSWER:I used these on an outdoor deck box I built with salvaged cedar decking. It's been outside (MN) for over a year and hasn't rusted yet - or degraded in performance. I'm guessing it will rust eventually, but in the meantime, the hinges are holding up like champs. We keep coolers in the box and it's great to lift the lid and have it stay put while you dig in the coolers.

HI there, I have used these in the past and yes they are a good hinge, the only concern i had is that they did not hold the lid up as well as i had hoped. Once it went over center it came down. Rockler did tell me 3 hinges would support my lid but it dose not. They seem to be a very durable hinge and should last a long time!

SIMPLE: THE 30 GOES IN THE MIDDLE AND THE OTHER TWO 40'S ARE EQUALLY SPACED ON EITHER SIDE OF THE 30 HALF WAY TO THE EDGE!!. THIS REMOVES ANY TORQUE THAT WOULD POSSIBLE BE CREATED BY HAVING ONLY 2 HINGES.

BEST ANSWER:Sandy, I've used these torsion hinges on 2 toy box lids on boxes for the grandkids. I built one of pine and the other out of oak. Pay attention to their formula on how to get a strong enough hinge. Otherwise the lid will not stay up and fingers will be victims. If in doubt, get a stronger set. Once you have a correct strength set of hinges they work great!

BEST ANSWER:Sandy, I've used these torsion hinges on 2 toy box lids on boxes for the grandkids. I built one of pine and the other out of oak. Pay attention to their formula on how to get a strong enough hinge. Otherwise the lid will not stay up and fingers will be victims. If in doubt, get a stronger set. Once you have a correct strength set of hinges they work great!

The lid stay torsion hinges are pricey, but the best I have found for my toy boxes. I asked one of my little friends who has had one for several years if he ever pinched his fingers. He said you can't pinch your fingers because of the special hinges.

The torsion hinges worked well for me. A little pricey, but gives a clean look without side supports. If I recall correctly, you must be making the box from 3/4 inch stock in order for these hinges to work.

BEST ANSWER:I used the weight to hinge ratio, however my hickory lid is borderline between using 3 or 4 hinges. So I opted for 4 hinges to be sure my 4 year old didn't pinch his fingers. Therefore it takes a fair amount of effort for him to close the lid. But it stays wherever you put it, at any angle.

BEST ANSWER:I used the weight to hinge ratio, however my hickory lid is borderline between using 3 or 4 hinges. So I opted for 4 hinges to be sure my 4 year old didn't pinch his fingers. Therefore it takes a fair amount of effort for him to close the lid. But it stays wherever you put it, at any angle.

I built 3 kid's toy boxes in the last 6 years and used 30's on them. The tops are about 28" wide and 13" deep, 3/4" thick. The kids at 1 to 1-1/2 years old have no problem working them and they stick right where you put them.

BEST ANSWER:Sure, you can put as many hinges as you need. But put the fewest number you can to accommodate the weight (Lid weight + front to back measure divided by 2 = inch/lbs). However, MDF is not the most suitable material because the screws have a tendency to strip out very easily. You may be able avoid this by using flat head machine screws and nuts.

BEST ANSWER:Sure, you can put as many hinges as you need. But put the fewest number you can to accommodate the weight (Lid weight + front to back measure divided by 2 = inch/lbs). However, MDF is not the most suitable material because the screws have a tendency to strip out very easily. You may be able avoid this by using flat head machine screws and nuts.

I have used this set on 9 different chest projects. If using on mdf I would be converted about the depth of the mounting screws for the lid and base. These also have a good level of resistance and holding power. Make sure you take the weight calculations into play when determining size and quantity required. Tim Worthington.

BEST ANSWER:The project that I used these hinges on was a toychest for my grandchildren. The lid on the chest was 34” plywood with edge trim that was made from 2” X 3/4” poplar and it took 103” of the poplar trim. I forget what the weight was now, but I originally ordered the 60 inch pound hinges and they didn’t do the job. The lid slammed shut when it got past an angle of about 60 degrees. I sent the hinges back and exchanged them for the 90 inch pound hinges and they worked just fine. In fact the lid will now stay open at any angle and has to be manually closed. Not knowing the size of the router table top your customer is asking about, it would be hard for me to guess wether or not these hinges would work for him. Also, I believe I have never seen a router table that didn’t have the router mounted in the top, and if that was the case I don’t believe the 90 inch pound hinges would even come close to working for something that heavy. Wish I could be of more help, but my guess is that they are not going to work for him.

BEST ANSWER:The project that I used these hinges on was a toychest for my grandchildren. The lid on the chest was 34” plywood with edge trim that was made from 2” X 3/4” poplar and it took 103” of the poplar trim. I forget what the weight was now, but I originally ordered the 60 inch pound hinges and they didn’t do the job. The lid slammed shut when it got past an angle of about 60 degrees. I sent the hinges back and exchanged them for the 90 inch pound hinges and they worked just fine. In fact the lid will now stay open at any angle and has to be manually closed. Not knowing the size of the router table top your customer is asking about, it would be hard for me to guess wether or not these hinges would work for him. Also, I believe I have never seen a router table that didn’t have the router mounted in the top, and if that was the case I don’t believe the 90 inch pound hinges would even come close to working for something that heavy. Wish I could be of more help, but my guess is that they are not going to work for him.

BEST ANSWER:They are made for 3/4" stock, if you shim the box lip with a strip of stock to bring up to 3/4" it will work fine. The lid can be thinner without shimmng, but you would need to used shorter screws so you don't go all the way through. Another option for thin lids is to use machine screws and nuts all the way through the material.

BEST ANSWER:They are made for 3/4" stock, if you shim the box lip with a strip of stock to bring up to 3/4" it will work fine. The lid can be thinner without shimmng, but you would need to used shorter screws so you don't go all the way through. Another option for thin lids is to use machine screws and nuts all the way through the material.

BEST ANSWER:They are designed for 3/4 inch stock, so if they are used on 5/8, the screws will be off center, and they might be too close to the edge. You might compensate by gluing a shim to your stock at each hinge location.

BEST ANSWER:They are designed for 3/4 inch stock, so if they are used on 5/8, the screws will be off center, and they might be too close to the edge. You might compensate by gluing a shim to your stock at each hinge location.

I want to use these hinges on a door panel on which a 7 lb flat screen tv will be mounted. The door's depth will be approximately 19" and the tv will be on the lower 15 inches of the door. The door and tv together will weigh no more than 12 lbs. The idea is that the door will rotate upwards toward the ceiling of my RV. Is this a workable plan? I figure 2 60 in lb hinges, but I admit that the application isn't what is depicted so the calculator may not be appropriate.

BEST ANSWER:The combined weight in a horizontal position will always make the door close. I would incorporate some kind of a catch to hold it in the open position. Using these hinges will provide a firm/stiff opening feel and therefore a kind of a safety net for the tv - so it won't slam shut if unclasped.

BEST ANSWER:The combined weight in a horizontal position will always make the door close. I would incorporate some kind of a catch to hold it in the open position. Using these hinges will provide a firm/stiff opening feel and therefore a kind of a safety net for the tv - so it won't slam shut if unclasped.

How well would these work if I used them for baby gate rather than a lid? Was looking for something that would not swing out of control and crash into the wall when the gate was opened to fast/far. Also, how would you determine which size hinge based on this application?

BEST ANSWER:Interesting application. Most baby gates are spring loaded to self close. These are torsion hinges made to hold a lid open or partially open in any position. For a baby gate, guess they would work, but the gate would stay in any position you place it. You do not need heavy ones, in fact lightest ones would work since they are not hold up any weight. They would easily hold the heaviest gate any position you place it, since it is not having to actually hold the weight of the door "up"

BEST ANSWER:Interesting application. Most baby gates are spring loaded to self close. These are torsion hinges made to hold a lid open or partially open in any position. For a baby gate, guess they would work, but the gate would stay in any position you place it. You do not need heavy ones, in fact lightest ones would work since they are not hold up any weight. They would easily hold the heaviest gate any position you place it, since it is not having to actually hold the weight of the door "up"

BEST ANSWER:Yes, I think you can. IIIIIIIIIFFFFFFFFF it is done properly. I think you should use 1/4" strips that run the length of the piece for your shimming. Just remember that you need 3/4" stock to fasten both sides of this hinge to, and that the hinges support all of the weight of the pieces that they connect......

BEST ANSWER:Yes, I think you can. IIIIIIIIIFFFFFFFFF it is done properly. I think you should use 1/4" strips that run the length of the piece for your shimming. Just remember that you need 3/4" stock to fasten both sides of this hinge to, and that the hinges support all of the weight of the pieces that they connect......

BEST ANSWER:On Rockler.com go to the torsion hinge page, part way down the page on the right hand side you will see the header Technical Downloads, under that you will find a PDF with the dimensions on it

BEST ANSWER:On Rockler.com go to the torsion hinge page, part way down the page on the right hand side you will see the header Technical Downloads, under that you will find a PDF with the dimensions on it

My 1-year old can now open her toybox with ease and without my worrying that her fingers will be hurt. Luckily I'm in the contracting business and knew that only Rockler would have the hinge I was looking for. Attractive finish, super easy install, friendly and courteous staff! Highly recommended!

I have built an oversize toy box/hope chest for my neighbors little daughter, I had to use (3) 60 inch pound hinges. These are the best hinges on the market. The lid stays open without slamming down on her little fingers.

I recommend these hinges. However, there are two issues you need to think about before using them. First, unless you want the back of your chest top to be higher than the front, you will need to mortise into the back of the chest for the hinges. By doing this your top will lay flat on the chest. Secondly, installing three hinges (as I had to do) complicates things so plan carefully! I had to install three hinges AND mortise the back for each hinge. Sounds easy but to get everything done correctly you have to be careful. /p>

This will be the third set of these hinges I have purchased and yes they are more expensive than most hinges , but you get what you pay for and if you put together a chest that will be around for years the hinges will hold up very well. I would recommend these for any project and will bye many more in the future. Rockler has given me excellent service when ever I have placed an order and will buy from them in many more years to come .

The Torsion Hinges work well. We use them on hope chests and high-end toy boxes. They are limited in some aspects. You need 3/4" back board. We often use 1" back board and rabbit the top edge to accommodate the 3/4" mounting. The math to find the correct weight hinge was a little intimidating at first, but once you learn it it works well. We have used about 40 to 45 of these. The hinges are good to use, we recommend them.

The thickness of the hinge creates a large offset, so thick bumpers were needed to compensate for the large gap created between the front edge of the box and the lid when the lid is closed. It would be nice if there was a mechanism to allow some minor adjustments like a Euro hinge. Hinges definitely work well as far as holding the lid open at any angle -there is no worry the lid will come crashing down.

I bought these for a chest box that I built out of 3/4" plywood and the lid was made of 5 1"x4"s pocket screwed together. I had hoped it would hold it at any angle. They are gorgeous hinges, and hold at 90-70* but once you get under 60* they start to fall. Still hold better than nothing and it'll work. I guess I should have gotten the 60lbs torque instead of 30... Although I followed the calculator's directions.

Great product. Easy to install and works just like the hinge on a laptop computer. Only time will tell about its durability. Pricey, but probably comparable to the combination of other hardware needed to achieve the same results. Worth the little bit extra for the ease of installation and the minimal, clean look.

These hinges exceeded my expectations. Concerns about lid safety for our little Granddaughter and her friends have been addressed completely. The cost is worth the peace of mind knowing she can enjoy the toy box safely.

These hinges are the perfect solution for any lid that requires the safety of controlled closing. My application is a toy box for my granddaughter. The box is relatively large (16&quot;X32&quot;X16&quot;) and heavy - crafted of solid walnut with curly maple trim - so I needed something other than the traditional lid stay. The appearance and finish of the hinges are excellent and installation is more than easy.

These hinges work exactly as advertised. I used them on a hickory chest. The top was nearly 19 pounds, which created safety concerns. I used four of the 60 pound hinges, and the top stays in place at any angle. /p>

I bought the hinges for a toddler's toy chest that I built. These hinges hold the heavy oak lid in any position so that it will never slam shut on a child's fingers. I highly recommend this hinge for any type of heavy chest lid. The hinge calculator on the website was very helpful.

I've made quite a few toyboxes for grandkids, friend's kids, etc., etc. FINALLY someone has come out with the BEST product for that application. No more piano hinges and two separate lid supports (which I never found that easy to install.) With my luck, now that this product is available, I'll run out of kids to build toyboxes for! This is a GREAT product!!

Well made and of high quality. Easy to install and added nicely to the final piece. I have used these in both flush mount and offset mount with out any difficulties. Give them a try I'm sure you will like them.

I put these hinges on a toy box that I am building for my son. I didn't want him to smash his hands in the lid. These work just as advertised, almost too good. I also purchased the jig to make sure that install was as easy as possible.

I tried the torsion hinges for the lid of a chest a few years ago and found it to be the answer to several problems. I have used them on each of the cedar chests I've made since. My wife got a broken nose working in a day care a long time ago and was very strongly arguing for lids that could not fall.

Built a toy box (33" x 22" x 22") primarily of poplar (actually we made 8 of them). The "torsion calculator" recommended 2- 40 lb. hinges but it did allow the lid to slowly close. Switched to one 40 lb and one 60 lb hinge and the lid will stay at any angle. Nice finish and relatively easy to install. Great product